Dorval R. Carter Jr., president of the Chicago Transit Authority, will retire at the end of the month after nearly 10 years leading the nation’s third-largest public transit agency. His tenure has seen over $11 billion in projects completed, begun, or announced, including the Red Line extension. Carter's time at the CTA has been marked by controversy, with some city council members calling for his removal due to concerns about service delays, cuts, and safety.
Dorval R. Carter Jr., the president of the Chicago Transit Authority, announced he will retire at the end of the month.Carter made the announcement on Monday that he would step down from leading the nation’s third-largest public transit agency. He’s worked in the industry for 40 years, including nearly 10 years leading the CTA.He began his career as a staff attorney and worked a combined 26 years for CTA in multiple roles.
They were critical of late buses and trains, alleged cuts to service and a general feeling of the system being unsafe.They also accused Carter of dodging their requests to appear before aldermen and answer their questions.In a statement, Mayor Brandon Johnson praised Carter for his decades of service to the city."The City of Chicago is grateful to President Dorval Carter for his decades of service with the Chicago Transit Authority. His leadership reimagined the movement of our city.
CHICAGO TRANSIT RETIREMENT DORVAL CARTER RED LINE EXTENSION HOSPITAL
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
CTA President Dorval Carter to retire as head of transit agencyCTA President Dorval Carter announced he will retire as head of the transit agency at the end of the month.
Read more »
CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. Announces RetirementDorval Carter Jr., the President of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), has announced his retirement, ending a tenure marked by significant projects and intense criticism. Carter's departure comes after the funding for a major Red Line extension was secured.
Read more »
CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. Announces RetirementAfter 40 years of service in public transportation, CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. is retiring at the end of January 2025. Carter faced criticism earlier this year for the state of the CTA, including safety concerns following a mass shooting on the Blue Line.
Read more »
Jason Carter Honors Grandfather Jimmy Carter at Carter Center CeremonyJason Carter delivered a moving eulogy at a ceremony honoring his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter, at the Carter Center.
Read more »
Jason Carter Eulogizes Grandfather Jimmy Carter at the Carter CenterJason Carter, grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, delivered a powerful eulogy at the Carter Center, emphasizing the institution's importance as a living legacy of his grandfather's life's work.
Read more »
Jimmy Carter: More Than a 'Lousy President, Sainted Ex-President'This article explores the multifaceted legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, challenging the simplistic narrative of his presidency and post-presidency.
Read more »